{"id":12850,"date":"2024-03-07T10:01:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-07T17:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=12850"},"modified":"2024-03-05T14:02:42","modified_gmt":"2024-03-05T21:02:42","slug":"antique-license-plates-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/antique-license-plates-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"Antique License Plates: Rules To Register Your Classic Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having spent a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/top-12-best-classic-cars-worth-your-cash\/\"><em>pretty penny<\/em> <\/a>on your newest antique car, you may be looking for ways to reduce classic car ownership costs&ndash;<em>like your registration costs<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Did you know that antique license plates can qualify you for <\/em><strong><em>lower registration fees<\/em><\/strong><em> and even <\/em><strong><em>exemption from costly state inspections<\/em><\/strong><em>? <\/em>Now you do.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because you only plan to drive your antique car on special occasions, there&rsquo;s no reason to pay full price on registration&ndash;<em>especially when acquiring antique plates is as easy as ever.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While <strong>antique tag requirements <\/strong><strong><em>can <\/em><\/strong><strong>vary from state to state<\/strong>, these variations are <em>minor<\/em>, which means there are general rules about antique car licenses that apply nationwide. <em>Here are some general rules of thumb you should know.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"understanding-antique-license-plates-basics\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understanding Antique License Plates Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Antique license plates are specialized vehicle registration tags. They are designed to identify and distinguish older vehicles that are considered <em>&ldquo;historical&rdquo;<\/em> or <em>&ldquo;collectible.&rdquo;<\/em> <strong>These plates are different from regular license plates <\/strong>in that they typically display a unique design or color scheme that reflects the era in which the vehicle was manufactured.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Antique plates come with numerous benefits, including <strong>reduced registration costs,<\/strong> <strong>possible exemption from state inspections<\/strong>, and<strong> longer registration periods<\/strong>. <em>However, as a tradeoff, these antique license plates come with usage restrictions.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Antique vehicles cannot be used for routine transportation like <em>daily commutes<\/em> or <em>errands<\/em><\/strong>, so you&rsquo;ll need to find another vehicle for daily errands.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"control\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=Car%20Storage&amp;storing=Vehicle\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-car-storage\">How Neighbor is changing car storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on car storage, on average. 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Some of the common prerequisites include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-1-meeting-the-vehicle-age-requirement\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #1: Meeting the Vehicle Age Requirement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Different states <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-old-car-to-be-considered-a-classic\/\">classify historic vehicles<\/a> differently.&nbsp; Though exceptions exist, <strong>most states mandate that the vehicle must be at least 25 years old.<\/strong> <em>However, in Florida, the vehicle must reach a minimum age of 30 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While <strong><em>Texas<\/em><\/strong> also registers vehicles over <strong>30 years old <\/strong>as &ldquo;Antique,&rdquo; exempting them from annual inspections, <strong><em>Wisconsin<\/em><\/strong> issues collector plates to cars <strong>at least 20 years old with minimal modifications.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-2-originality-or-restoration-verification\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #2: Originality or Restoration Verification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Some states<\/strong>, <em>such as Alabama<\/em>, <strong>require that the vehicle be in its original state or restored to its original condition, with no modifications<\/strong>. States like Arkansas and Maine might necessitate a certificate of authenticity or a restoration affidavit to validate this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, <strong>there are states that do not have laws preventing the modification of antique vehicles.<\/strong> <em>Examples of these states include Montana and South Dakota.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-3-acquiring-proof-of-ownership\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #3: Acquiring Proof of Ownership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Owners must demonstrate that the vehicle is registered in their name and possesses a valid title and registration.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Certain states<\/strong>,<em> such as Arkansas and Colorado,<\/em><strong> might additionally require a bill of sale or a transfer of ownership document.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-4-setting-up-insurance-coverage\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #4: Setting up Insurance Coverage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important to have liability insurance that meets the state&rsquo;s minimum requirements for your antique vehicle.&nbsp; Some states like California and Michigan may also mandate comprehensive or collision coverage or a special antique vehicle insurance policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-5-undergoing-a-vehicle-inspection\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #5: Undergoing a Vehicle Inspection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before applying for an antique license plate, the vehicle must undergo a <strong>safety inspection<\/strong> and possibly an <strong>emissions test,<\/strong> <em>depending on state regulations.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Certain states, <\/strong><em>such as Pennsylvania,<\/em><strong> might waive these tests for antique vehicles.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"other-information-to-consider\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Information to Consider<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rules for the application of antique plates also differ among states. Some states, such as Virginia, allow limited personal driving (250 miles from your home) with antique plates, while others restrict general transportation use to specific days of the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the same vein, states have distinct regulations regarding the transfer and ownership of antique plates. For example, a new license plate must be issued in Florida when an antique vehicle is sold to another person.&nbsp; In Tennessee, vintage license plates can be transferred to another vehicle, provided that the new vehicle falls within the same model year as the previous one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Virginia, transferring antique plates requires surrendering them to the DMV and registering them to a different vehicle, incurring an additional fee.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"phase-2-applying-for-antique-license-plates-a-step-by-step-guide\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phase 2: Applying for Antique License Plates: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is a step-by-step guide for applying for an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.org\/articles\/ordering-antique-license-plates\/\" target=\"_blank\">antique license plate<\/a>, but you should always keep in mind that requirements and fees may differ by state, so always verify with your local Department of Motor Vehicles before proceeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-1-check-your-cars-eligibility\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #1: Check Your Car&rsquo;s Eligibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is to ensure that your vehicle meets all of the requirements explained above, as applicable in your state.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-2-gather-required-documents\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #2: Gather Required Documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, you need to collect essential documents, including <strong>proof of ownership<\/strong> <em>(a bill of sale or transfer of ownership document)<\/em> and<em> <strong>proof of insurance.<\/strong><\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Some states may mandate a safety inspection and emissions test,<\/strong> which can be carried out in approved inspection stations within the states.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-3-complete-the-application-form\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #3: Complete the Application Form<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Obtain a special application form for antique license plates from your local Department of Motor Vehicles or their website. Provide detailed information, including personal details such as <strong>name <\/strong>and <strong>address<\/strong>, <strong>vehicle identification number<\/strong>, <strong>make<\/strong>, <strong>model<\/strong>, <strong>year<\/strong>, and <strong>color<\/strong> of your car, as well as the <strong>desired plate type.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The types of antique license plates include <strong>horseless carriage plates <\/strong>(<em>for at least 50-year old vehicles)<\/em>, <strong>collector passenger plates <\/strong><strong><em>(<\/em><\/strong><em>for vehicles that are at least 32 years old),<\/em> and <strong>street rod license plates<\/strong><em> (for vehicles made on or before 1948).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-4-pay-the-application-fee\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #4: Pay the Application Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expect a one-time or annual fee for obtaining an antique license plate. This fee varies based on state regulations, vehicle type, and plate design. For instance, Georgia charges a total of $80 for antique license plates, while Kansas charges a $40 fee.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-5-submit-your-application\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #5: Submit Your Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Send your completed application form, payment, and required documents to your local Department of Motor Vehicles. Submission methods may include in-person delivery or mail.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If applicable, surrender your current license plate and registration sticker. The department will process your application and issue a new antique license plate and registration card, which may have an expiration date different from the registration renewal date of your daily driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-6-display-your-antique-plate\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #6: Display Your Antique Plate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Affix your antique license plate to the rear of your vehicle as instructed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hotcars.com\/things-know-antique-license-plates-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\">state guidelines<\/a>. 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You can collect plates of all sorts to keep as a keepsake or repurpose as a decoration for your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These plates have become such sought-after items, with enthusiasts and collectors alike scouring high and low to add them to their collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, <strong>certain plates cannot be sold or collected.<\/strong> Examples are modern license plates and those resembling recent designs.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"are-antique-plates-available-for-antique-motorcycles-and-specialty-vehicles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Antique Plates Available for Antique Motorcycles and Specialty Vehicles?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Antique license plates are not exclusive to cars; they <strong>can also be applied to motorcycles and specialty vehicles. <\/strong>Antique motorcycles can be registered with antique plates or permanent vintage plates for restricted use in classic car show events.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specialty vehicles, like Brass Era vehicles or retired military vehicles, have unique eligibility and plate options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"insurance-and-antique-plates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Insurance and Antique Plates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is important that you secure insurance coverage for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/classic-cars-that-will-increase-in-value\/\">classic car<\/a> with antique plates. 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